Sam Kerr Signs Long-Term Deal with Gotham FC Until 2030

The Return to Gotham: Gotham FC has officially announced the signing of star striker Sam Kerr on a free transfer. The 32-year-old joins the reigning NWSL champions in July, committing to a contract through the 2030 season. Kerr expressed immense excitement about returning to the club she represented from 2015 to 2017, eager to help create more history.
A Historic Chelsea Legacy: Kerr departs Chelsea as the club’s all-time joint top-scorer, boasting 116 goals in 158 appearances. Her historic six-and-a-half-year stint included five Women’s Super League titles and three FA Cups. Overcoming a major 2024 injury, she finished her final Chelsea season strongly, netting 17 goals across all competitions to cement her legendary status.
Building a Premier Organization: This landmark signing aligns perfectly with Gotham FC’s ambitious off-pitch developments. Driven by newly promoted president of soccer operations Yael Averbuch West, the organization recently unveiled plans for a state-of-the-art $35 million training facility. These massive investments demonstrate a clear commitment to sustaining championship success and building a premier environment.

Strategic Roster Moves: Returning to the NWSL provides Gotham with a proven goalscorer, reuniting Kerr with former Chelsea teammates Guro Reiten, Jess Carter, and Ann-Katrin Berger. Although the club controversially traded 2025 Rookie of the Year Lilly Reale, securing a beloved, world-class forward ultimately softens the blow and solidifies their formidable championship defense.